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Kennedy Space Center, Orlando, Florida
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http://www.kennedyspacecenter.com
Your Orlando vacation is not complete without a trip to Kennedy Space Center. Just 45 minutes from popular Orlando attractions and theme parks is NASA’s launch headquarters – the only place on Earth where you can tour launch areas, meet an Astronaut, see giant rockets, train in spaceflight simulators, and even view a launch.
Experience more on your vacation to Orlando with a daytrip to Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, where the sky isn't the limit - it's just the beginning.
Worlds apart from Orlando’s theme parks – but only 45 minutes away. Plan on a full day to explore NASA’s launch headquarters, located on a huge island wildlife refuge eight times the size of Manhattan.
Worlds apart from Orlando’s theme parks – but only 45 minutes away. Plan on a full day to explore NASA’s launch headquarters, located on a huge island wildlife refuge eight times the size of Manhattan.
Each year, millions of visitors from across the world make the trek to this hub of technology and discovery, where many of mankind’s greatest accomplishments take place.
At Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, you get the unique chance to tour – up close – NASA’s launch and landing facilities. Experience interactive simulators, live shows and jaw-dropping encounters with massive rockets. As well as have the opportunity to meet a real member of NASA’s Astronaut Corps. It’s all what you can expect from an inspiring day at Kennedy Space Center.
John Glenn, Neil Armstrong, Sally Ride and Jim Lovell are just a few names of the brave men and women that have launched into space from Kennedy Space Center, and now it's your turn to become a part of the space program. Your full day of exploration includes real space hardware, authentic attractions, inspiring exhibits and hands-on experiences that will make KSC the highlight of your Florida vacation.
The incredible accomplishments of the Apollo moon program return to life in the amazing Apollo/Saturn V Center. In back-to-back IMAX® theaters, you'll feel the thrill of space exploration on five-story screens as you "float" right alongside NASA Astronauts. On our guided tours into exclusive areas, you'll get a behind-the-scenes look at Kennedy Space Center's working space flight facilities.
Strap in and experience interactive space flight simulators at the Astronaut Hall of Fame. Touch a real piece of Mars, see gigantic rockets, board the Space Shuttle Explorer and much more.
HOURS OF OPERATION
Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is open every day of the year, except December 25 and certain launch days.
Current operating hours are from 9:00 a.m to 6:00 p.m.
(The Astronaut Hall of Fame is open from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.)
KENNEDY SPACE CENTER BUS TOUR
Runs approximately 2 to 2 1/2 hours. Tours start at 10:00 a.m. and run continuously every 15 minutes. Last tour departs at 2:45 p.m.
SECURITY INFORMATION
Certain items are not permitted on property. Please review our security information before your visit.
Kennedy Space Center Ticket Information
Space Shuttle Launch Viewing Tickets ......................................
This is your opportunity to see the Space Shuttle Launch of STS-121 Discovery from the closest viewing site available to the public. Various packages are available.
Maximum Access Admission .................................................................
$38 adult/$28 child (ages 3-11)
Tour Kennedy Space Center, see IMAX® space movies and all exhibits and shows. Also includes the Astronaut Hall of Fame and interactive space-flight simulators.
Standard Admission ..............................................................................
$31 adult/$21 child (ages 3-11)
Tour Kennedy Space Center, see IMAX® movies and enjoy the exhibits and shows.
Astronaut Hall of Fame Admission Only
$17 adult/$13 child (ages 3-11)
Only available at the Astronaut Hall of Fame.
12-Month Pass .......................................................................................
$50 adult/$35 child (ages 3-11)
Get 12 months of Maximum Access Admission for less than the price of two days.
ATX - Astronaut Training Experience ...................................................
$225 adult (includes ATX gear and meal)
Kennedy Space Center's new immersive interactive Astronaut Training Program.
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